- Primarily operates school and/or transit bus on assigned routes and schedules.
- Prepares proper documentation:
- Pre & Post Trip
- Mileage and ridership
- Mechanical defects
- Incident and accident reports
- Bus behavioral reports
- Leave requests
- Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or GED. (One year of work may substitute for one year of education up to a maximum three years substitution.)
- Minimum one year of work experience performing customer service tasks.
- A valid driver's license is required. (To view our driving eligibility requirements, );
- Must have no reckless driving or driving under the influence convictions within five years and less than two moving violations within 12 months of employment start date.
- Must be able to pass all phases of the pre-employment screening process, to include a Virginia Department of Transportation Physical Assessment, background check and pre-employment drug screening.
- Experience operating a commercial vehicle preferred.
- Possession of validCDL or CDL learners permit preferred.
- Certifications related to driving and/or customer service preferred.
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Regular Transit Operator - Charlottesville, United States - City of Charlottesville
2 weeks ago
Description
General Summary
The City of Charlottesville is accepting applications for Transit Operator who are highly motivated and who strive for success by demonstrating Charlottesville's Core Values of Leadership, Trust, Creativity, Respect, and Excellence. Position performs routine semi-skilled work for providing scheduled fixed-routes in public transportation with Charlottesville Area Transit Division (CAT); daily school transportation or school-related events, as well as charter services for Charlottesville Area Transit may be required; does related work as required. Reports to a Transportation Operations Supervisor.
For those without a CDL, free training will be provided.
Typical starting pay at $21.00 an hour. This is a full-time 40-hour per week, non-exempt, position and is eligible for healthcare benefits. The position provides excellent benefits including paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.
Note:This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified. This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days. Essential Responsibilities and Duties
Observes all safety procedures while loading and unloading passengers and while bus is in motion.Ensures excellent customer service.Responsible for fostering a safe and wholesome environment for all passengers on the bus.Provides accurate information to the public promptly and courteously.Must comply with all local, state and federal rules and regulations.Announces routes and stops when needed.Ensures safe and clean vehicle condition throughout each shift per division requirements (to include but not limited to sweeping, mopping and exterior washing.Attends all required meetings and/or training sessions.Issues, receives, manages and ensures safe handling of fares, tickets, and various passes.Communicates effectively with supervisor, includes 2 way radio transmissions.Adjusts to variables in normal working conditions, including adverse weather, traffic, construction, passenger problems, accidents and trip changes.Employs all techniques of defensive driving to minimize the risk of preventable and non-preventable accidents and/or passenger injuries.Ensures all accidents are reported to a supervisor immediately.Performs all related tasks as required. Education, Experience and Skills
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Skills: Thorough knowledge of traffic rules and regulations; ability to provide excellent customer service; Ability to operate buses and related equipment safely and efficiently; Ability to keep records and prepare reports; Ability to establish effective relationship with riders, co-workers and the general public; Ability to be polite, coherent, and professional at all times toward fellow employees and the public; Ability to follow written and oral instructions; Ability to remain calm in emergency situations and ensure the safety of all passengers and employees.
Physical Conditions & Additional Information
All employees must satisfy the Virginia Department of Transportation Physical Assessment provided by the City before being hired and annually.
This position is considered essential and is subject to emergency and stand-by call.This position is subject to federal DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations.
Work is typically performed inside and around the exterior of a bus and employees must also be able to satisfy the following physical requirements: Long periods of sitting; Frequent overhead reaching, bending and stooping over, crawling to inspect under buses. Ability to secure a wheelchair safely on the bus. Occasional lifting of at least fifty pounds is required. Frequent contact with Transportation Supervisor, fellow drivers and passengers is required. Contact with various administrators, and the general public is required. Occasional meetings with administrators and/or parents and patrons are necessary. Person shall have no impairment of the use of a foot, leg, hand, finger, or an arm, and no other structural defects or limitation likely to interfere with the ability to control and safely drive a bus. Must have the physical ability to descend from or climb up to at least 3.5 feet, at the emergency door, to assist in the evacuation of the passengers. Operation of vehicles during inclement weather is required.
